Pride U and Quantum University     The Ergonomics and Biomechanics of Wheelchair Seating: From Identification to   Intervention     Instructor: Bill Pierce, PT – Sacred Heart Medical Center, Eugene, OR     Level: Intermediate Seating & Positioning course     Duration and Credits: 6 Hours - 0.6 CEUs and 6 CECs     Course Description: This course will cover the ergonomic and biomechanical   factors influencing the human body in a wheelchair. Particular emphasis will   be placed on identifying and using objective measures to determine how these   factors affect the spine and pelvis. We will discuss the management and   prevention of pathologies including spinal and pelvic deformities, wounds and   UE overuse pathologies through proper positioning. Selecting and adjusting   wheelchair parameters and seating applications to optimize positioning and   function while decreasing the secondary, multi-system effects of prolonged   wheelchair use. A thorough mat assessment will be performed and case   presentation of various diagnostic groups will be utilized to illustrate the   principals of the discussion.     Date(s) of Course:   August 18, 2010 – Nashville, TN     Cost: $ 160.00 (includes continental breakfast, lunch, seminar materials, and   certificate)     **Register online (www.quantum-university.com) to receive a $10.00 discount   for this course.     Contact Information:   Jennifer Wilson   Email: jwilson@pridemobility.com   Ph: 800.800.8586 x 1398